Join the Michigan Center for Civic Education this August for our Annual Civic Education Retreat!
Thank you for your interest in joining MCCE at our Annual Civic Education Retreat in Lansing, MI from August 5-7, 2026. While details are forthcoming, we are accepting applications to attend. We are excited to share time in advancing best practices and updates in civic education with a focus on our premier programs, including Mock Trial and We the People. The event is tailored to educators - in classroom, administrators, and more.
Contact Information & Availability
Your Name
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First Name
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Email
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Please provide an email you will have consistent access to including over the summer.
Phone Number
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Please provide the best phone number that will be available all summer.
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Preferred Mailing Address
Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
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School District as Anticpated for 2026-27
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School Name as Anticipated for 2026-27
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What grade(s) do you expect to teach in the upcoming school year?
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What course(s) do you expect to teach in the upcoming school year?
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Describe your teaching experience including number of years and levels taught.
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Tell us your "why."
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In what ways might participation benefit you and your students? Please describe what you are hoping to gain from your involvement.
Tell us about your students.
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Please describe the students you anticipate being engaged the work of the retreat - We the People, Mock Trial, Project Community and more?
Agreement & Expectations
Please indicate your agreement and preferences to the following.
Please list any and all food accommodations to ensure your full participation.
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"Focus Area" - select all that apply.
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Constitution and Supreme Court updates with a We the People Focus
Law Related Experience Education with a Focus on Mock Trial
Public Policy and Community Action with a Project Community Focus
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MCCE will provide 2 nights of lodging in Lansing, MI. Would you like complementary lodging? (Note: if you are traveling more than 4 hours please contact us if you need additional nights.)
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Yes, lodging please.
No, lodging is not necessary because I live locally or I will make my own arrangements.
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Photo, Video, and Classroom Permissions *
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Yes
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By applying, I understand I will conduct myself professionally displaying professional vulnerability embracing opportunities to reflect and grow in my practice.
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Additional Information
Please use this section to provide any additional information that will be helpful in preparing for your participation. If you indicated "other" in any of the above sections, please clarify here.
Thank you for your commitment to civic education!
Please share this link widely with your colleagues! We will follow up with each applicant directly but if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at ezwarensteyn@miciviced.org!
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